Indian Council Of Agricultural Research Straw / Bhusa Tender Nabha Patiala Punjab 2026 IS 550 Standards 1 Year Turnover

Tender Overview

The Indian Council Of Agricultural Research (ICAR) invites bids for straw / bhusa procurement intended for the Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Nabha, Patiala, Punjab. The tender emphasizes generic quality attributes such as moisture content, dust-free packaging, shelf life, well-dried condition, size and minimum purity. Estimated value and quantity are not disclosed, but the contract contemplates up to 25% quantity variation during and after award, at contracted rates. The supplier must ensure timely delivery and compliance with the option clause while maintaining product integrity for animal feed applications. Unique aspects include a defined delivery address and mandatory material test certification.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: straw/bhusa for animal feed with attributes including: "Moister Content", "Dust free", "Packaging Type", "Shelf Life", "Well Dried", "Size", "Purity (min)".
• Required quality controls: Material Test Certificate to be submitted with supply; lab verification by Buyer’s Lab determines acceptance.
• Delivery address: head Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Nabha, Patiala, Punjab-147201.
• Delivery window: option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation; minimum extension time 30 days.
• Eligibility indicators: 1-year government/PSU supply experience; non-liquidation status; non-obsolete product with minimum 1-year market life; GST compliance as applicable.
• Documentation: certificates as per bid documents and ATC; GST and turnover considerations noted.
• Packaging and handling: ensure dust-free packaging and appropriate moisture control.
• Compliance emphasis: avoid end-of-life products; align with central govt procurement norms.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD and financial security: Bidder to provide undertaking against liquidation or similar proceedings; GST applicability to be determined by bidder.
• Experience: At least 1 year of regular manufacture/supply of similar category products to central/state govt/PSU; copies of contracts to be submitted.
• Delivery terms: Delivery/installation at Nabha, Panjab; delivery period is linked to original and extended orders with percentage-based increments.
• Documentation and testing: Material Test Certificate required; non-submission may lead to rejection; compliance with all ATC and corrigenda.
• Warranty/quality: Ensure product not declared end-of-life; maintain residual market life; OEM or authorized dealership proofs required.
• Tax/Payment: GST as per actuals; payment terms aligned with govt procurement practices; no responsibility assumed for bidder-wide GST rates.